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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Modern changes in electronic educational technology make it possible for people all around the world to take part in courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is developing so swiftly. This book about MOOCs provides best practices in online teaching based on decades of research. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by institutions like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants manage inadequate motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding demand to grasp how these MOOCs are being conducted. Instructors and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend these interesting new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding demand for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This gripping new book also investigates the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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